HANDY W C MUSEUM

FLORENCE, AL

The Handy W.C. Museum in Florence, Alabama, houses an impressive collection of artifacts related to the birthplace of the blues: the Shoals region. The museum was founded by Florence native, William C. Handy, who is credited with helping to bring the blues to the forefront of American popular music.

The museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the story of the region's deep musical heritage. It is filled with interactive exhibits, artifacts, and memorabilia from the lives and careers of iconic blues musicians. Visitors can explore the history of the blues in the Shoals region and learn about the major players in the development of the genre, from W.C. Handy to Muddy Waters.

The museum also features a stage for live performances, a library of music-related books and magazines, and an extensive collection of memorabilia, including vintage instruments, photographs, and recordings. Visitors can also explore the beautiful grounds of the museum, which are surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills.

The Handy W.C. Museum is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of blues music. It serves as a living reminder of an important part of American culture and allows visitors to experience the music and culture of the region firsthand.

HANDY W C MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in FLORENCE AL. US MID #8400100055

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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HANDY W C MUSEUM
620 W COLLEGE ST
FLORENCE
AL
35630

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MID # 8400100055
Name HANDY W C MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 34.795695, -87.683977
CODES FIPS State Code: 01
FIPS County Code: 077
US Census Tract: 010300
US Census Block: 3002